"I have been wrestling with this decision through the
summer," Waugh said in a statement. "There is no perfect timing, but
with practice getting started and our fall break on campus, this was the time
to make my decision. I frankly need to hit the pause button and will use the
season to focus on my future."

The
Flint-area was Waugh's first home although she grew up in Fort Wayne, Ind. She
was born at Hurley Medical Center in Flint on Sept. 16, 1981 and lived in Gaines —
outside Swartz Creek — until age 4. Both of Waugh's parents are Powers Catholic
graduates.

Waugh was a former floor general for Xavier from 1999-2003 and was
part of the program's first Elite Eight women's team. As a senior, she was the
Atlantic 10 Conference's top scorer, averaging 19 points per game.

"From my point of view, it's not fair to the team. I just
don't have that energy and excitement right now to lead them where they want to
go," Waugh told cincinnati.com. "For me personally, I thought this was the best
decision for myself and the program. Brian and the assistants are ready to lead
this hungry group."

Xavier's third year assistant Brian Neal has been elevated
to interim head coach for the time being.

"This was a difficult decision for Amy and I wish her
the best going forward," athletics director Greg Christopher said.
"Amy has been a big part of Xavier women's basketball as both a player and
coach. She walked into a challenging situation and has worked hard to rebuild
the program for future success."